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Languages & Translation (42 programs)

Ultralingua Dictionary
4.7
Trial version
An excellent English-German-English dictionary
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
poEdit
0.7
Free
Translate your applications painlessly
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Clear logical interface. Edits .po and .pot files.
CONS: No way to delete entries.
En-De Speak It Up
4.1
Paid
En-De Speak It Up - Learn a new language the easy way!
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Thousands of new words in the form of bilingual flash cards. Listen to voice recordings of new words. Record your own pronunciation for reference purposes. Change the frequency of flashcards at will.
CONS: Should be used in conjunction with other learning methods. Pronunciation of recorded words can be difficult to understand. No ability to repeat an entire study unit in one click. Lacks some everyday phrases.
iWisdom
4.3
Trial version
Inspire yourself by keeping a quotation database
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Easy to use. Cycles through quotes automatically. Helps inspire you with your own customized quotes.
CONS: Very dated interface.
LocFactory Editor
4.8
Trial version
Powerful editor for localisers and translators
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
GhostReader
2.7
Trial version
Text to speech made easy
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Many voices. Good playback. Hotkey activation.
CONS: Multi-windowed interface. Only American and European voices.
Lingvo Dictionary
4.8
Paid
Useful App for Word Lovers
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Supports seven different languages. Offers translation between languages.
CONS: Requires an internet connection. Only compatible with iOS.
Accordance 12
4.7
Free
Free Software Application to Enhance Biblical Studies
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: A number of condensed biblical dictionaries are included. Offers Hebrew terminology. Daily devotional readings can be accessed. Additional international languages are offered.
CONS: Accessing some features will require a registration. Not all international languages are covered. Memory requirements of 154.7 megabytes could impact some systems. Those with 32-bit processors may encounter a handful of functionality issues.
iKana
2.3
Trial version
Japanese language learning app
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Combines 3 different ways of testing you. Slick, easy to follow interface. Integration with iPhone.
CONS: Not suitable for those who don't like Flash card learning. No way to print Flash cards.
TranslateIt!
1.6
Trial version
Flexible and highly customizable translator
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Hover over word to translate. Multilingual. Consult in-built dictionary. Word quiz and flash cards. Supports Firefox, Thunderbird and Office.
CONS: Hover window pops up everywhere.
VocMac
4.8
Trial version
Computer jargon dictionary at your fingertips
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Comprehensive guide to IT terms.
CONS: Many terms old and obvious nowadays. Dated interface. Doesn't feature more recent IT terms.
Nisus Thesaurus
2.4
Trial version
An excellent thesaurus for Mac
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
OmniDictionary
0.9
Free
A free Mac OS X client for internet dictionary servers
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Rhyme Genie
4.1
Trial version
Auto suggester for words that rhyme
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Huge database of words. Returns Syllables, Adjectives, Verbs, Adverbs and Nouns. Clearly organised results. Great for sparking your imagination!.
CONS: Requires copying entire folder to your Applications to try. Changing views a little unitutiive. Could make you a bit lazy creatively!.
Thai Dictionary Pro
4.6
Free
Free and User-Friendly Thai-English Dictionary
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: There is no charge to install this bundle. Only 23.4 megabytes of free memory space is required.
CONS: Thai Dictionary Pro is not as comprehensive as some other paid programs. No mobile version of this software is available.
Practiquemos
3.7
Free
Have fun learning Spanish with this video game trainer
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: 49 thematic lessons you can download. Summarizing charts with relative exercises.
CONS: Standard-boring exercises. No useful correction of mistakes.
French Words for Kids
4.2
Paid
Fun application to learn common French words
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: A very user-friendly interface. This developer is highly respected for creating other language-based apps. Three fonts are provided. The child can select three different levels.
CONS: The number of words is limited. No phrases or grammar are taught. Users will require some prior knowledge of the French language. Not entirely suited for beginners.
Infovox iVox
3.4
Trial version
New voices for Mac
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
LiveDictionary
3.1
Trial version
Add an instant dictionary to your Safari
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Easy Translator
2.6
Trial version
Translate 58 languages instantly
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: 58 languages to choose from. Print translations instantly.
CONS: Reliability of translations from all languages can't be verified. No auto detect of languages.

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